As the Orlando Magic opened their 2025-26 season with a 125-121 win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, head coach Jamahl Mosley made sure to single out one player who stood out in the victory — second-year forward Tristan da Silva.

Da Silva, coming off an impressive summer with Germany’s national team, provided a spark off the bench in his season debut. The 24-year-old finished with 16 points and a rebound in 18 minutes, shooting 5-for-8 from the field, 3-for-5 from beyond the arc, and 3-for-4 from the free-throw line. His efficient scoring and timely plays earned him a plus/minus rating of +11, among the best on the team.

Mosley praised da Silva’s confidence and composure, pointing to his offseason experience as a catalyst for his early success.

“Exactly what we need from him

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